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"When the last votes were counted, some members of Pilgrim United Church of Christ hugged and applauded the decision to end their 45-year affiliation with the denomination. Others wiped away tears and walked out in protest.
The United Church of Christ's endorsement of same-sex marriage -- a lone stance among the largest Christian denominations -- has stirred debate and divided dozens of its congregations. Some have stopped sending money to the church's national office; others have left the denomination.
"It has caused people to really think hard about their faith," said the Rev. Stephen Camp, administrator of the UCC's Southern Conference, which includes North Carolina and eastern Virginia.
"I think we're on the right side of history," said Camp, who backs the denomination's position. "We're seeking to be faithful to what Jesus Christ is saying, that we should all be one."John Seewer, Associated Press, Central Daily Times, Ohio State College. 4 Mar 2006